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Last sold for $215,000 on Jun 28, 1999

304 N FOREST ST

BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,348 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1906
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$215,000 · Jun 28, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,774 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,317,375 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$612,430
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$704,945
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,317,375

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
48
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyWhatcom
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 149 ft²Porch · 443 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Sehome High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Lowell Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.0 mi
M
Fairhaven Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Bellingham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 98225These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.213

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.47,186
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,199 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,442
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,004
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.43%

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How this home compares

304 N Forest St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Smaller than 71% of homes in South Hill
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Whatcom County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Whatcom County

How it measures up in Bellingham 98225

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bellingham 98225.

Living area1,348 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,386 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1906
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 304 N Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth HillBellingham 98225Whatcom County
Living areabigger than1,348 ft²29% of homes48% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac33% of homes42% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than190611% of homes14% of homes3% of homes

About 304 N Forest St

When did 304 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA last sell?

304 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA last sold on Jun 28, 1999 for $215,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 304 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA?

304 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,348 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 304 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA built?

304 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA was built in 1906, making it 120 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 304 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA?

304 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA is assigned to Sehome High School (high), rated A; Lowell Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Fairhaven Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Bellingham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 304 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA compare to other homes in Bellingham 98225?

Among the 12,780 homes in Bellingham 98225, it is bigger than 48% of them (1,348 ft² against a typical 1,386 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1906 against a typical 1950). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 304 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 304 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA was $10,774. The county assessed it at $1,317,375.

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